PLC & SCADA Training in Edinburgh
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Edinburgh Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Edinburgh
Industrial Automation in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's economy blends its financial services strength with a growing technology and energy sector. The city serves as the administrative hub for North Sea oil and gas operations, with companies like Wood Group, Aker Solutions, and TechnipFMC maintaining offices. Edinburgh's semiconductor cluster around the former Wolfson Microelectronics and the Heriot-Watt University's Institute of Sensors, Signals and Systems create additional demand for engineers skilled in process control, PLC programming, and SCADA systems.
Key Industries in Edinburgh
Major Employers
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Leith · Livingston · Musselburgh · Dalkeith · South Queensferry · Penicuik
The Automation Landscape in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's automation landscape blends the city's energy sector administrative base with a growing semiconductor and technology cluster. Wood Group's Edinburgh offices coordinate SCADA and control system projects for North Sea platforms, while Leonardo's Edinburgh site develops advanced radar and defence electronics with automated manufacturing and test systems. The Heriot-Watt University Research Park hosts companies developing IoT sensors and industrial monitoring technologies. The BioQuarter at Little France is also emerging as a hub for pharmaceutical automation and laboratory control systems, with firms requiring PLC expertise for cleanroom and process environments.
Did You Know?
Leonardo's Edinburgh site produces the ECRS Mk2 radar system for the RAF's Typhoon jets, with an automated manufacturing line using PLC-controlled robotic assembly and precision testing that can detect objects over 100 miles away.
Career Outlook in Edinburgh
Edinburgh automation engineers earn £35,000-£55,000, with energy sector roles (Wood Group, Aker Solutions) and defence positions (Leonardo, Thales) at the upper end. The city's semiconductor sector around the former Wolfson campus offers niche roles in cleanroom automation that pay well due to the specialised skill set required. Edinburgh's strong professional services culture means engineers often have access to training budgets that can cover CPD accredited courses.
Real Automation Projects in Edinburgh
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Edinburgh.
Wood Group North Sea platform SCADA system lifecycle management from Edinburgh offices
Leonardo Edinburgh radar production line automated testing and PLC integration
Heriot-Watt Research Park IoT sensor manufacturing automated test rig
AECOM Edinburgh water treatment plant process control system design
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Edinburgh Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: Live Online + In-person (Milton Keynes, UK)
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
£2,140 + VAT full programme
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AI in Industrial Automation
- AI & Machine Learning for Automation
- Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
- Predictive Maintenance with AI
- CPD Accredited Certification
What You'll Learn in the Professional Module
A comprehensive 5-day intensive programme with online recorded sessions covering everything from PLC fundamentals to advanced SCADA systems — designed to make you job-ready.
Day 1–2: PLC Fundamentals
- •Siemens S7-1200 & S7-1500 hardware
- •TIA Portal software setup & navigation
- •Ladder Logic & Function Block programming
- •Digital & analog I/O configuration
Day 3: Advanced PLC Programming
- •Structured Text (ST) programming
- •Timer, counter & comparator functions
- •Data handling & memory management
- •Program debugging & testing
Day 4: SCADA & HMI Systems
- •WinCC SCADA configuration
- •HMI screen design & navigation
- •Alarm management & trending
- •Data logging & historical reports
Day 5: Networking & Projects
- •PROFINET & PROFIBUS protocols
- •Ethernet/IP communication
- •PLC-to-PLC data exchange
- •Network troubleshooting techniques
Online: Simulation & Assessment
- •FactoryIO 3D simulation
- •Real-world automation scenarios
- •Conveyor, sorting & batch processes
- •Final capstone project & assessment
Career & Certification
- •CPD Accredited certificate
- •CV building & LinkedIn optimisation
- •Interview preparation & mock interviews
- •Direct introductions to hiring employers
Automation Opportunities in Edinburgh
The industrial automation sector in Edinburghis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
£35k – £75k
Average automation engineer salary range in the UK
Career Roles Available in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Industry Demand
The Energy (Oil & Gas), Technology, Semiconductor sectors in Edinburgh are actively investing in automation. Companies like Wood Group, Leonardo, Aker Solutions regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in the UK range from £35,000 to £65,000, with senior roles commanding £70,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. In-person attendance also available at our Milton Keynes training centre.
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Why EDWartens
Why Edinburgh Engineers Choose EDWartens
CPD Accredited
Internationally recognised CPD accreditation, valued by UK and European employers.
Hands-on Labs
Real Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLCs, Allen-Bradley, SCADA systems, and FactoryIO simulation.
Career Support
Dedicated placement team connecting graduates with employers like Wood Group and Leonardo.
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Edinburgh.
Getting to Our Training Centre from Edinburgh
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Edinburghby train or car. Milton Keynes Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Edinburgh — FAQs
Is PLC training available in Edinburgh?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from Edinburgh via live online sessions or in-person at our Milton Keynes centre. Online training is popular with Edinburgh engineers given the distance. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.
What PLC jobs are available in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh offers PLC engineering roles in energy consultancy (Wood Group, Aker Solutions), defence electronics (Leonardo, Thales), semiconductor manufacturing, and utilities. Salaries range from £34,000 for entry-level to £55,000+ for senior controls and SCADA engineers.
How does Edinburgh compare to Glasgow for automation jobs?
Edinburgh tends to have more office-based consultancy and design roles in energy and defence, while Glasgow has more hands-on manufacturing and shipbuilding positions. Both cities offer strong career opportunities, and many engineers work across the Central Belt, benefiting from PLC and SCADA skills that are transferable between sectors.
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